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4 days ago
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🚨 BREAKING: Barcelona defender signs new long-term deal
Barcelona have officially secured the future of French defender Jules Koundé, who has signed a contract extension keeping him at the club until June 2030. The 26-year-old, who joined Barça from Sevilla in 2022, has become a vital part of the squad with his versatility, composure, and consistent performances—most notably excelling in the right-back role despite being a natural centre-back. Koundé's renewal is seen as a key move by the club's board as they continue to be shaped under sporting director Deco. Fans have already taken to social media to celebrate the news, calling Koundé 'the best right back' and praising the club's ambition to retain top talent amid increasing competition from Europe's elite. With the new deal in place, Koundé will remain a cornerstone of Barça's backline as they aim to return to domestic and European dominance in the coming seasons. 📸 Fran Santiago - 2025 Getty Images
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5 days ago
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La Liga 2025-26 🇪🇸: five French players to watch this season 🔎
Like Ligue 1 and the Premier League, La Liga is back this weekend. To mark the occasion, OneFootball presents the five French players to keep a close eye on this season in Spain! 5️⃣ Thomas Lemar - Girona After seven seasons with Atlético Madrid, Thomas Lemar is set to experience a new club. On loan to Girona from the Madrid outfit, Lemar will attempt to revive a career that has been stalled for several months. And what better way to do so than with an ambitious team hoping to bounce back from a mediocre 2024-25 season with an ambitious team? 4️⃣ Antoine Griezmann - Atlético Madrid While he was rumored to be close to joining the MLS, Antoine Griezmann has finally extended his contract with Atlético Madrid until 2027. The 2018 World Cup winner is delaying his departure to the United States, with the ultimate goal of winning his first Liga title with Los Colchoneros. So, is 2025-26 the season he finally achieves it, or is it just another year? 3️⃣ Eduardo Camavinga - Real Madrid What if Xabi Alonso's arrival on the Real Madrid bench allows Eduardo Camavinga to finally become an undisputed starter in Madrid? Since joining in 2021, the former Rennes player has oscillated between being a starter and a substitute in big games. The start of a new era with Xabi Alonso could be beneficial for him. One to watch! 2️⃣ Jules Koundé - FC Barcelona As the only French player in FC Barcelona's squad, Jules Koundé is, by default, the only French champion of Spain for the 2025-26 season! Like Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Pedri, and co., Jules Koundé will have to confirm his exceptional 2024-25 season this year. 1️⃣ Kylian Mbappé - Real Madrid Was Kylian Mbappé's first year at Real Madrid a success or a failure? The debate has been raging since the end of last season! As the current Golden Boot winner, the French captain will be expected to retain his title as the top scorer in European leagues, but also to help Real Madrid win titles again! If Mbappé wants to be the star of Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid, the new number 10 cannot afford to miss this 2025-26 season... 📸 Buda Mendes - 2025 Getty Images This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. 📸 FRANCK FIFE - AFP or licensors
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26-07-2025
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Jules Koundé to sign Barcelona contract extension
understands that Jules Koundé (26) has agreed a contract extension with Barcelona that will tie him to the Catalan club until 2030. The France international's deal with the La Liga champions had been set to expire in the summer of 2027. Since making the move from Sevilla, he has become indispensable at right-back and has since secured his place in Les Bleus' set-up. Capped 42 times at international level, he is now set to extend at Barcelona. As per L'Équipe, a deal has been reached with Koundé that will see him extend his stay at the Nou Camp until 2023. The deal will also see him increase his salary. The breakthrough in talks came amid interest in the former Sevilla defender. Manchester City were notably interested, however, he has been in talks over an extension at Barcelona for several weeks. Only a few small details need to be sorted before the deal is officialised. GFFN | Luke Entwistle
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25-07-2025
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Barcelona star agrees long-term contract extension
A leading member of the defensive ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona has agreed to the terms of a new long-term contract. The player in question? Jules Koundé. France international Koundé is for his part of course fresh off a stellar individual campaign in 2024/25. Thriving from his berth at right-back under the watch of new boss Hansi Flick, the former Sevilla man added a new attacking element to his game, en route to an impressive haul of four goals and eight assists in all competitions. And such exploits, evidently, did not go unappreciated behind the scenes in Catalunya's capital. This comes amid confirmation on the part of market insider Fabrizio Romano that, after a fresh round of negotiatons between the parties: 'Jules Koundé has agreed to sign new deal at Barcelona until June 2030, as expected. Agreement in place with the club and green light from Kounde's camp with Barça director Deco on it.' Conor Laird – GSFN
Business Upturn
22-07-2025
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No proposal for Denzel Dumfries; Barca focus on Jules Koundé's new deal
Barcelona are focused on Jules Koundé's new deal and feel he along with Eric Garcia can be a great option at Right-back for next season. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on July 22, 2025, 19:03 IST Barcelona are focused on Jules Koundé's new deal and feel he along with Eric Garcia can be a great option at Right-back for next season. Barcelona have been offered Denzel Dumfries whose release clause of €25 million is valid until July 31. Barcelona aren't making any contacts with Inter Milan for the right-back as they have prioritised Koundé's new deal. Barcelona are currently focused on securing a new contract for Jules Koundé, viewing the French defender as a key part of their future plans. The club believes Koundé, alongside Eric Garcia, can form a reliable right-back pairing for the upcoming season, reducing the urgency to pursue reinforcements in that position. Despite being offered Inter Milan's Denzel Dumfries — who is available for €25 million until July 31 due to a release clause — the Catalan giants have shown no interest in opening talks. Instead, all efforts are being channelled towards finalising Koundé's extension, a move that underlines the club's trust in his versatility and long-term value. Eric Garcia, who spent last season on loan at Girona, has also impressed the coaching staff, further strengthening Barcelona's belief that internal solutions can address their defensive needs. While Dumfries remains on the market, Barcelona are not expected to shift focus from their current plan. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
